Faculty / Academic Professional
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
POLYTECHNIC CAMPUS
TEMPE CAMPUS
WEST CAMPUS
DOWNTOWN CAMPUS
COLLEGE
College of Letters and Sciences
DEPARTMENT
Science, Mathematics and Social Science
DEPT CODE
M0507
TITLE
Lecturer − Anatomy and Physiology (AV #11135)
POS #(s) per AR
116907
CATEGORY
Faculty
FTE 1.00
Academic
Administrative
Tenure/
Not on Track
Semester appt.
Academic appt.
Fiscal appt
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides excellent instruction in lower-division anatomy/physiology and genetics courses at the Downtown Phoenix Campus in the College of
Letters and Sciences. These courses include BIO 201, BIO 202, and BIO 340 (different courses may be added later as the school’s course
offerings grow). Develops course syllabi according to university and discipline standards. Develops and implements course curricula, including
recitations and labs, in consultation with other faculty and staff. Writes and grades quizzes, exams, lab reports, and problem assignments as
needed by the assigned courses, or directs these activities. Maintains student grade records as required by course assignment. Mentors
undergraduate student assistants in laboratory preparation and instruction. Works with other faculty and staff to manage day-to-day
operation of lab program. Reviews and evaluates effectiveness of teaching methods and work activities. Service to the university and the
profession will be required. Some supervisory work of staff and student workers is required.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
Master's degree in human physiology or closely related discipline and two years teaching experience related to lower division
anatomy/physiology and genetics courses. Experience using technology for instruction in lecture and lab, including course management
systems, online homework, and laboratory equipment/software. Experience working in a collaborative environment with other biology
faculty. Teaching experience that emphasizes student success. Teaching experience and leadership in a large enrollment program, including
anatomy/physiology lecture and lab. Interest in biology education.
DESIRED
Ph.D. in biology discipline related to human anatomy and physiology. At least four years of anatomy and physiology teaching experience.
Experience teaching genetics. Experience and sensitivity to working with diverse students. Experience working in collaborative environments
within and across disciplines. Formal background in anatomy/physiology education.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Application deadline is May 8, 2015 at 5:00pm; if not filled, applications will continue to be reviewed every Friday beginning the week
thereafter until the search is closed. It is estimated that initial application review will begin on May 11, 2015.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To be considered for the Lecturer position applicants must submit the following as one complete PDF file: 1) letter of application explicitly
addressing required and desired qualifications; 2) current curriculum vita; 3) documentation related to classroom instruction including
teaching evaluations and course syllabi 4) statement of teaching philosophy; and 5) complete contact information for three professional
references (include name, address, phone and email address). Email application as one complete PDF file with position in the subject line
(Lecturer A&P– AV#11135) to [email protected]. DO NOT send information separately as it will be considered incomplete. Incomplete
applications will not be considered. Direct inquiries to Search Committee Chair Dr. Richard Bauer at [email protected].
GENERAL INFORMATION
This is an academic term appointment 8/16/2015 to 5/15/2016. Renewal is conditional upon satisfactory job performance, the continued
availability of funds, and the needs of the academic unit and the university. Candidate must reside in Arizona, or be willing to relocate.
Background check required prior to employment.
The College of Letters and Sciences (CLS) serves students on three campuses of Arizona State University and is home to seven faculties with
more than 180 faculty members. More than 3,200 CLS undergraduate and graduate students are pursuing degrees in the humanities, social
and natural sciences, and mathematics. To learn more about CLS, visit our website at http://cls.asu.edu.
For more information on ASU’s full non‐discrimination statement, please see ACD 401; the Title IX statement can be found here.
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran
status, or any other basis protected by law.